Eleven Talents | Legatus Podcast

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At the heart of this project is a simple invitation — to reflect more deeply on leadership, purpose, and the gifts entrusted to us. These conversations are meant to encourage, challenge, and accompany you in the call to lead with faith.

  1. 6d ago

    Immaculée Ilibagiza | Left to Tell: Spared for a Mission

    Immaculée Ilibagiza, author of Left to Tell, joins Eleven Talents to share her extraordinary story of surviving the Rwandan genocide, discovering God in the midst of terror, and choosing forgiveness after unimaginable loss.  In this deeply moving conversation, Immaculée reflects on prayer, suffering, mercy, the Rosary, and the courage it takes to forgive. Her witness offers Catholic leaders a powerful reminder that faith is not theoretical — it is lived in the hardest moments of life, when trust, courage, and surrender matter most.

    59 min

  2. Jun 3

    45 Days in a Coma to Leading the Eucharistic Revival | Jason Shanks

    Jason Shanks wasn't supposed to survive. In late 2020, he spent 45 days intubated in a COVID-19 coma, his organs shutting down. Today, he is a walking miracle who is helping lead the National Eucharistic Congress—one of the largest Catholic gatherings in US history.  In this episode of the 11 Talents Podcast, Jason takes us through the incredible chapters of his life. We explore his intellectual and spiritual journey from a Protestant worldview to the Catholic Church, driven by a deep study of the Eucharist. We also dive into his entrepreneurial mindset as the former President of the OSV Institute, where he championed a "Catholic Shark Tank" approach to fund bold, risk-taking ministries that push the Church forward.  Now serving as the President of the National Eucharistic Congress, Jason shares the raw, emotional details of his medical crisis and the beautiful spiritual revelation he received while paralyzed in a hospital bed: the profound connection between human suffering and the presence of Christ in the Tabernacle.

    47 min

  3. May 27

    Raymond Arroyo | Lessons from Mother Angelica

    Raymond Arroyo joins Eleven Talents to discuss the leadership legacy of Mother Angelica and the lessons he learned working alongside one of the most influential Catholic media founders and entrepreneurs in modern history.  A conversation on faith-driven leadership, building with conviction, storytelling, risk-taking, and what it means to create something lasting through mission and purpose.  For Catholic business leaders, entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone seeking to lead with faith.

    48 min

  4. May 20

    The "Whackjob for Jesus": Michael Guarino on Radical Faith and Healthcare Entrepreneurship

    Healthcare entrepreneur Mike Guarino says his life changed forever after a profound moment involving his non-verbal autistic daughter’s First Holy Communion — an experience that transformed both his faith and the way he runs his businesses.  Now the founder of MetaCare USA and creator of Clergy Care, Mike shares how he went from being a routine Sunday Catholic to what he jokingly calls a “whackjob for Jesus.”  In this episode, he reveals the behind-the-scenes story of organizing a massive Eucharistic revival that filled a Tampa Bay arena with more than 12,000 people and led to over 1,500 confessions in a single day.  We discuss:  How his daughter’s autism deepened his faith  The logistics and miracles behind a 12,000-person Eucharistic event  Why he created Clergy Care for Catholic priests  His disciplined routine of prayer, silence, and spiritual reading  A powerful story involving an atheist and an unexpected healing  Why spiritual direction and accountability changed his life  This conversation explores faith, leadership, sacrifice, entrepreneurship, miracles, and what it means to fully surrender your life to God.

    52 min

  5. May 13

    Taking the Habit to Oprah | Sister John Dominic on Media, Mission & Virtue

    What do Garth Brooks, Domino’s Pizza founder Tom Monaghan, and Oprah Winfrey have in common? They all intersect in the remarkable story of Sister John Dominic Rasmussen.  In this episode, Sister John Dominic shares her journey from growing up in the heart of Nashville’s entertainment world to becoming a founding member of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist.  We discuss building a religious order from the ground up, bringing the traditional habit to national television on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and how her community is shaping Catholic education and media through Openlight Media.  She also shares insights on leadership, virtue, and working alongside voices like Pat Lencioni to form the next generation of Catholic leaders.  Whether you’re interested in faith, entrepreneurship, leadership, or media, this is a conversation you won’t forget.

    46 min

  6. May 6

    General Kevin Chilton | From Space to Nuclear Command: Leadership at the Highest Stakes

    In this episode, we sit down with General Kevin Chilton—former Cold War fighter pilot, NASA astronaut, and Commander of U.S. Strategic Command—for a powerful conversation on leadership, faith, and responsibility at the highest levels.  General Chilton shares gripping stories from his three Space Shuttle missions, including the high-stakes satellite rescue aboard Endeavour’s first flight. He also reflects on overseeing America’s nuclear deterrent and the weight of leading with clarity, accountability, and trust.  From the silence of space to the pressure of global command, this episode explores how technical excellence, humility, and faith shape great leadership.  Key Takeaways:  Chilton’s journey from test pilot to NASA astronaut Lessons from Endeavour’s first mission and high-pressure problem-solving  Why great leaders take responsibility for their team’s failures  The experience of receiving the Eucharist while orbiting Earth  “The rock in the rucksack”: leading with empathy and awareness  How preparation and faith create calm under extreme pressure

    43 min

  7. Apr 29

    Pete Burak: The Father Your Kids Need-Before It’s Too Late

    In this episode of the Eleven Talents Podcast, Pete Burak of Renewal Ministries shares how the loss of his father shaped his understanding of manhood and spiritual leadership—and why leadership at home matters more than success at work.  Check out his new book, Man on Purpose: https://bit.ly/3QBPYrZ  Pete Burak is a Catholic speaker and evangelist with Renewal Ministries, focused on forming missionary disciples and helping Catholic leaders live their faith with clarity and purpose in work and family life. He is the author of Man on Purpose, reflecting on how his relationship with his father shaped his understanding of authentic manhood and spiritual leadership.  In this episode, Pete breaks down what it takes to lead with faith, humility, and intentionality:  Prioritizing the home: Why many men give their best energy to work—and how to reverse that at home.   Leading through obedience: Why real leadership begins with surrender, prayer, and grace.   Rite of passage moments: How a challenge at age 16 helped define his identity as a man.   Redefining masculinity: Reclaiming virtue-centered leadership in a confused cultural moment.   “Lean Back, Smile, and Ask”: A practical parenting tool that prioritizes listening over correction.   The inconvenience of leadership: Why real leadership is slow, relational, and costly.   A conversation that challenges men to redefine success, reorder priorities, and lead with purpose at home, work, and in faith.

    52 min

  8. Apr 22

    Bas Rutten: Why Discipline is the Highest Form of Self-Love

    Discipline isn’t punishment—it’s freedom. Few people understand that better than Bas Rutten. From fighting for a UFC Heavyweight title to rebuilding his life through faith and discipline, his story challenges everything we think we know about strength. 🎥 Watch his powerful conversion story on Gospel According To with EWTN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S07U2Ntl6s4&t=933s Bas Rutten is a former UFC Heavyweight Champion and three-time King of Pancrase world champion, known for his relentless discipline and dynamic career in mixed martial arts. Beyond the ring, he’s a successful business owner and creator of the O2 Trainer, a performance breathing device used by athletes worldwide. A devoted husband, father, and man of faith, he speaks powerfully on perseverance, identity, and purpose. He is also featured in a new episode of Gospel According To with EWTN, where he shares his personal journey of conversion and redemption. In this episode, Bas breaks down the habits, mindset, and faith that shaped his journey: What real discipline looks like when no one is watching—and why most people misunderstand self-loveHow to turn suffering into a tool for growth instead of something to avoidWhy elite performance is built on daily choices, not motivationHow faith became central to rebuilding his life after fightingHis transition from combat sports to entrepreneurship—and helping others build resilience in both body and mind

    56 min
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At the heart of this project is a simple invitation — to reflect more deeply on leadership, purpose, and the gifts entrusted to us. These conversations are meant to encourage, challenge, and accompany you in the call to lead with faith.

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